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Can you help to locate this missing dog who has been sighted in town in the last few days.

His name is Bob, and he is similar to the dog in the photo.

He’s a cross between a Jack Russell and a Pomeranian, and he has no collar.

He was last seen in Minor Row on Sunday evening,  January 29th.

If you see him, please contact his owner: Tom Murphy, Tullig, Millstreet @  (086) 2579497

A very large attendance greeted IFA President, John Bryan, to Millstreet on Thursday night, 26th January where he superbly addressed the gathering outlining very important issues in the agricultural world. President John Bryan is pictured fourth from left with members of Duhallow IFA. LTV2 Millstreet was also present to record aspects of the significant occasion. (S.R.)

Trixie is a 3 year old female West Highland Terrier, who has been missing since Saturday 7th January from Derrinagree.

Trixie is in the photo (right) which was taken before the summer. Her hair is alot longer now & she looks like she needs to be groomed.

She is wearing a faded collar. If anyone has seen her please contact Jackie on 086-1289495.

See the comment below …. she has been found already :)

This years Spring Farm Machinery Show has been changed to a two day show. Whilst attendance figures were excellent last year, exhibitors have expressed there thoughts on making it a busy two day show rather than three. With this in mind veteran farm show promoters AJS have changed the dates to the 18th and 19th of January and all stands are truly sold out. All the leading tractor and machinery dealerships in the area have already booked their stands and are looking forward to good kick off for 2012. This show is an ideal opportunity for both farmers and contractors alike to view the latest innovations in the agricultural and associated industries all under one venue.

So if you want to know whats new in the farming industry, whether you are looking for the right equipment for the busy season ahead or just wish to browse and admire the huge range of machinery available then this show welcomes you. The following month continue reading…

These two lost terriers turned up in the Millstreet area together about 5 or 6 days ago.  They are very friendly.  They may be missing from their home or have been left off by someone.
If you know where their home is contact Thomas at <email>
There are more photos of them below:

[update: these little lads were spotted on millstreet.ie by their owner, who took them back to their home in tanyard wood]
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We thank photographer supreme Gerard O'Meara from Mallow for this exquisite image of two swans at Doneraile Park.

Our annual Apple Day takes place this Sunday from 1 – 5pm. We will once again be joined by John McNamara of McNamara Nurseries, who has been growing trees since he was a sapling. He’ll be on hand to give advice on choosing and growing apples, and he’ll be bringing along some apples from his nursery for you to taste. We’ll also be joined by Ballyhoura Apple Farm who will be selling their delicious award-winning juices. If that’s not enough there’ll also be poultry for sale on the day(hens are the perfect partner for an orchard!) and apple specials in the Tea Room.

The Secret Garden Centre, Newmarket. www.thesecretgardener.com

A colourful October sunset over Clara Mountain earlier this week. The picture was taken from Mount Leader, Clara Road, Millstreet. (S.R.)

The National Dairy Show 2011 is being held in the Green Glens today. The event will, as always, be a great family day with a large trade exhibition and the best of Irelands dairy cows in attendance.  This year’s show will be officially opened by The Minister for Agriculture, Simon Coveney. The National Dairy Show has developed over the years and can now proudly acclaim itself as one of the best in Europe.

Other new attractions this year will include Macra skills as Cork Macra clubs battle each other in competitions that are unique in their originality. Glenilen Farm will be present on the day. They will be giving talks on Artisan production and many people interested in this area will value the experience of the successful West Cork family enterprise.

The Coachroom at the venue will host the Pfizer Animal Health ‘Farm Forum’ to discuss the topic “Opportunities & obstacles post 2015”. Alan Jagoe, National President of Macra will chair the forum which continue reading…

  • Millstreet Country Park launches it’s new Ecology Module Programs for Junior and Leaving Certificate Classes,
  • information on the upcoming Dairy Show (15th Oct),
  • all the Millstreet GAA news, and
  • all the other bits of information.
  • Millstreet 3-11 Newmarket 2-5: MILLSTREET produced the firepower to ward off Newmarket in an entertaining Coiste Óg North Cork U16 A Football League Final on a staging in Kiskeam.
  • All the news from Kilcorney / Rathcoole
  • There’s a Model Tractor driving competition at the Dairy Show in the Green Glens in Millstreet next weekend.  continue reading…
  • We thank Gerard O'Meara of Mallow for this exquisite nature photograph taken today (4th September 2011) in beautiful Doneraile Park.

    The wonderful smiles say it all! What a truly heartfelt sincere Irish welcome was accorded when Margaret Kelleher (on left) and I visited the very lovely home of Eileen O'Mahony at Kilmeedy, Millstreet on Wednesday afternoon. The splendid tea and refreshmnents added further to the great conversation.

    It really was a magnificent trip down memory lane when Margaret and I went for a walk up the avenue (near Eileen’s home) on the direction of Clara Mountain which afforded some remarkably beautiful panoramic continue reading…

    Con Lehane of Aubane, Millstreet pictured with what appears to be an enormous "mushroom" which he recently found at Dromsicane, Millstreet. We thank Con for alerting us to this very unusual nature discovery. (S.R.)

    Does anyone know if there is someone in the area that can dispose of the nest safely? Any advice is greatly appreciated.

    Mr. Phil Hogan, T.D., Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, raises the official flag to launch the IRD Duhallow LIFE+ Project at the James O'Keeffe Institute, Newmarket today (Friday, 8th July 2011). We shall be uploading a full feature on the historic occasion over the next few days. The event was also fully recorded by LTV2 Millstreet for later transmission in the Autumn schedule. (S.R.)

    Light brown shetland pony found wandering around in Laught since Saturday evening at approx. 7p.m. The pony is well used to people and still has bridle on so we are worried he/she escaped from somewhere. He/she is currently being minded in Laught by some concerned people!

    Anyone who may know who owns him can contact 087 9492965 at any time. continue reading…

    Our good friend, Gerard O'Meara from Mallow, renowned for excellent photography - has truly captured the beauty of Muckross Estate and its traditional means of transport. The lady in front near the driver reminds one of film star icon, Maureen O'Hara!

    I n f o r m a t i o n    S e m i n a r

    Barn Owl

    Conservation in Duhallow

    Date:              7th July 2011

    Location:          James O’Keeffe Institute,

    Newmarket, Co Cork.

    Time:              7.30pm

    Guest Speaker:   Mr John Lusby

    Raptor Conservation Office BirdWatch Ireland.

    Booking is advisable

    To book your place or if you have any further queries please contact Katie Crowley 029 60633

     


     

    Gerard O'Meara's superb picture of the day taken at Fota Wildlife Park. We thank Gerard (from Mallow) for being so generous in sharing such splendid images from his extensive photographic collection.

    Our third Poultry Day this year and it is a great opportunity to buy your hens, ducks etc as well as gain advice on all things poultry. This is a great event as there is no fee to attend and you can have a cuppa and a slice of cake in the tea room.

    We also hope to have the owner of Newmarkets Champion Chick Selling her birds see the link for full details:

    http://www.corkman.ie/news/champion-chicks-2665905.html

    12th June 2011 2-5pm The Secret Garden Centre Newmarket

    For more details phone 029 60084 or thesecretgardener.com